Posts Tagged ‘the Gulf’

American Pie – 2013 Chevy Malibu Eco

by Stu WrightDon McLean’s magnum opus (best work), “American Pie”, was written and performed in 1971, thereafter becoming the No. One U. S. hit and staying in that position for four weeks during 1972.  When asked, years later, what “American Pie” means, McLean responded that it “means I never have to work again.”  The song’s [...]

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China Considers Drilling in Cuban Waters

By Mike Bauman  As crude oil prices continue to rise due to increased demand from emerging economies and decreased supply due to unrest in the Middle East, Americans are feeling the pinch at the pump.  Rules put in place after last year’s infamous BP oil spill, have virtually stopped additional drilling in US waters in the Gulf [...]

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How will Surging Gas Prices Effect the Economy

By Mike Bauman  As gasoline prices approach $4 a gallon, many people are wondering what the effect will be on the economy.  According to Mark Zandi, chief economist Moody’s Analytics, there is cause for concern.  Zandi recently told the AP, “The surge in oil prices since the end of last year is already doing significant [...]

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Government agency says Mexican Mafia in Greeley

By Mike Conners The National Drug Intelligence Center has included Greeley on its list of 200 U.S. cities with the presence of Mexican drug trafficking organizations. These drug trafficking organizations are becoming more deadly, especially along the U.S. border. This increased danger was one of the key reasons cited by Arizona Governor Jan Brewer when [...]

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